Leviticus 7:3
New International Version
All its fat shall be offered: the fat tail and the fat that covers the internal organs,

New Living Translation
The priest will then offer all its fat on the altar, including the fat of the broad tail, the fat around the internal organs,

English Standard Version
And all its fat shall be offered, the fat tail, the fat that covers the entrails,

Berean Standard Bible
And all the fat from it shall be offered: the fat tail, the fat that covers the entrails,

King James Bible
And he shall offer of it all the fat thereof; the rump, and the fat that covereth the inwards,

New King James Version
And he shall offer from it all its fat. The fat tail and the fat that covers the entrails,

New American Standard Bible
Then he shall offer from it all its fat: the fat tail and the fat that covers the entrails,

NASB 1995
‘Then he shall offer from it all its fat: the fat tail and the fat that covers the entrails,

NASB 1977
‘Then he shall offer from it all its fat: the fat tail and the fat that covers the entrails,

Legacy Standard Bible
Then he shall bring near from it all its fat: the fat tail and the fat that covers the entrails,

Amplified Bible
Then he shall offer all its fat, the fat tail and the fat that covers the entrails,

Christian Standard Bible
The offerer is to present all the fat from it: the fat tail, the fat surrounding the entrails,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The offerer must present all the fat from it: the fat tail, the fat surrounding the entrails,

American Standard Version
And he shall offer of it all the fat thereof: the fat tail, and the fat that covereth the inwards,

Contemporary English Version
Offer all of the animal's fat, including the fat on its tail and on its insides,

English Revised Version
And he shall offer of it all the fat thereof; the fat tail, and the fat that covereth the inwards,

GOD'S WORD® Translation
He will offer all the fat, the fat from the tail, the fat covering the internal organs,

Good News Translation
All of its fat shall be removed and offered on the altar: the fat tail, the fat covering the internal organs,

International Standard Version
As to all its fat—that is, the fat on the tail and the fat covering the internal organs—the one presenting the sacrifice is to offer it.

Majority Standard Bible
And all the fat from it shall be offered: the fat tail, the fat that covers the entrails,

NET Bible
Then the one making the offering must present all its fat: the fatty tail, the fat covering the entrails,

New Heart English Bible
He shall offer all of its fat: the fat tail, and the fat that covers the entrails,

Webster's Bible Translation
And he shall offer of it all its fat; the rump, and the fat that covereth the inwards,

World English Bible
He shall offer all of its fat: the fat tail, and the fat that covers the innards,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and he brings near all its fat from it, the fat tail, and the fat which is covering the innards,

Young's Literal Translation
and all its fat he bringeth near out of it, the fat tail, and the fat which is covering the inwards,

Smith's Literal Translation
And he shall bring from it all its fat; the fat tail, and the fat covering the bowels,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
They shall offer thereof the rump and the fat that covereth the entrails:

Catholic Public Domain Version
They shall offer from it: the rump, and the fat that covers the vital organs,

New American Bible
All of its fat shall be offered: the fatty tail, the fat that covers the inner organs, and all the fat that adheres to them,

New Revised Standard Version
All its fat shall be offered: the broad tail, the fat that covers the entrails,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Then he shall offer of it all its fat; the rump, and the fat that covers the entrails,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And he shall bring all of its fat, the fat tail from it and the fat that covers the innards,
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And he shall offer of it all the fat thereof: the fat tail, and the fat that covereth the inwards,

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And he shall offer all the fat from it; and the loins, and all the fat that covers the inwards, and all the fat that is upon the inwards,

Additional Translations ...
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Context
The Guilt Offering
2The guilt offering must be slaughtered in the place where the burnt offering is slaughtered, and the priest shall sprinkle its blood on all sides of the altar. 3And all the fat from it shall be offered: the fat tail, the fat that covers the entrails, 4both kidneys with the fat on them near the loins, and the lobe of the liver, which is to be removed with the kidneys.…

Cross References
Exodus 29:13
Take all the fat that covers the entrails and the lobe of the liver, and both kidneys with the fat on them, and burn them on the altar.

Leviticus 3:3-4
From the peace offering he is to bring a food offering to the LORD: the fat that covers the entrails, all the fat that is on them, / both kidneys with the fat on them near the loins, and the lobe of the liver, which he is to remove with the kidneys.

Leviticus 4:8-10
Then he shall remove all the fat from the bull of the sin offering—the fat that covers the entrails, all the fat that is on them, / both kidneys with the fat on them near the loins, and the lobe of the liver, which he is to remove with the kidneys— / just as the fat is removed from the ox of the peace offering. Then the priest shall burn them on the altar of burnt offering.

Leviticus 8:25
And Moses took the fat—the fat tail, all the fat that was on the entrails, the lobe of the liver, and both kidneys with their fat—as well as the right thigh.

Leviticus 9:10
On the altar he burned the fat, the kidneys, and the lobe of the liver from the sin offering, as the LORD had commanded Moses.

Leviticus 9:19
They also brought the fat portions from the ox and the ram—the fat tail, the fat covering the entrails, the kidneys, and the lobe of the liver—

Numbers 18:17
But you must not redeem the firstborn of an ox, a sheep, or a goat; they are holy. You are to splatter their blood on the altar and burn their fat as a food offering, a pleasing aroma to the LORD.

Deuteronomy 18:3
This shall be the priests’ share from the people who offer a sacrifice, whether a bull or a sheep: the priests are to be given the shoulder, the jowls, and the stomach.

1 Samuel 2:15-16
Even before the fat was burned, the servant of the priest would come and say to the man who was sacrificing, “Give the priest some meat to roast, because he will not accept boiled meat from you, but only raw.” / And if any man said to him, “The fat must be burned first; then you may take whatever you want,” the servant would reply, “No, you must give it to me right now. If you refuse, I will take it by force!”

2 Chronicles 29:35
Furthermore, the burnt offerings were abundant, along with the fat of the peace offerings and the drink offerings for the burnt offerings. So the service of the house of the LORD was established.

Ezekiel 44:7
In addition to all your other abominations, you brought in foreigners uncircumcised in both heart and flesh to occupy My sanctuary; you defiled My temple when you offered My food—the fat and the blood; you broke My covenant.

Matthew 23:19
You blind men! Which is greater: the gift, or the altar that makes it sacred?

Mark 7:18-19
“Are you still so dull?” He asked. “Do you not understand? Nothing that enters a man from the outside can defile him, / because it does not enter his heart, but it goes into the stomach and then is eliminated.” (Thus all foods are clean.)

Luke 11:41
But give as alms the things that are within you, and behold, everything will be clean for you.

John 6:51
I am the living bread that came down from heaven. If anyone eats of this bread, he will live forever. And this bread, which I will give for the life of the world, is My flesh.”


Treasury of Scripture

And he shall offer of it all the fat thereof; the rump, and the fat that covers the inwards,

Leviticus 3:3-5,9-11,15,16
And he shall offer of the sacrifice of the peace offering an offering made by fire unto the LORD; the fat that covereth the inwards, and all the fat that is upon the inwards, …

Leviticus 4:8-10
And he shall take off from it all the fat of the bullock for the sin offering; the fat that covereth the inwards, and all the fat that is upon the inwards, …

Exodus 29:13
And thou shalt take all the fat that covereth the inwards, and the caul that is above the liver, and the two kidneys, and the fat that is upon them, and burn them upon the altar.

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Leviticus 7
1. The law of the trespass offering
11. and of the peace offering
12. whether it be for a thanksgiving
16. or a vow, or a free will offering
22. the fat and the blood are forbidden
28. The priests' portion in the peace offerings
35. The whole summed up














And all the fat from it shall be offered:
In the sacrificial system of ancient Israel, the fat of the animal was considered the best part and was reserved for God. Offering the fat symbolized giving the best to God, acknowledging His sovereignty and provision. This practice is rooted in the belief that the fat, being the richest part, was a fitting tribute to the Lord. The emphasis on offering the fat can be seen as a call to prioritize God in one's life, giving Him the first and best of what one has. This principle is echoed in Proverbs 3:9, which instructs believers to honor the Lord with their wealth and the firstfruits of all their produce.

the fat tail,
The fat tail refers to the fatty appendage of certain breeds of sheep, particularly those found in the Middle East. These tails could weigh several pounds and were considered a delicacy. In the context of Leviticus, the fat tail was specifically mentioned as part of the offering, highlighting its value. This detail underscores the importance of offering valuable and significant portions to God, reinforcing the idea of sacrifice as an act of worship and devotion. The specificity of the fat tail also reflects the detailed nature of the Levitical laws, which aimed to guide the Israelites in their worship practices.

the fat that covers the entrails,
The fat covering the entrails refers to the internal fat surrounding the organs of the sacrificial animal. In ancient Near Eastern cultures, the entrails and the fat surrounding them were often associated with life and vitality. By offering this fat, the Israelites were symbolically dedicating the life force of the animal to God. This act of offering the internal fat can be seen as a precursor to the New Testament teaching of offering one's whole self to God, as seen in Romans 12:1, where believers are urged to present their bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Priests
The priests are responsible for performing the sacrificial rituals as outlined in Leviticus. They act as mediators between God and the people of Israel.

2. Israelites
The people of Israel are the recipients of the laws and instructions given by God through Moses. They are to follow these laws to maintain their covenant relationship with God.

3. Tabernacle
The central place of worship for the Israelites during their wilderness journey. It is where sacrifices and offerings are made.

4. Sacrificial System
A divinely instituted system of offerings and sacrifices that serve to atone for sin and express devotion to God.

5. Moses
The leader of the Israelites and the mediator of God's laws, including the instructions for sacrifices.
Teaching Points
Obedience to God's Instructions
The detailed instructions for sacrifices in Leviticus highlight the importance of obedience to God's commands. As believers, we are called to follow God's Word with precision and reverence.

Symbolism of the Fat
In the sacrificial system, the fat represents the best and richest part of the offering. This symbolizes giving our best to God in all aspects of our lives, not just in material offerings but in our time, talents, and devotion.

Holiness and Purity
The sacrificial system underscores the need for holiness and purity in approaching God. As Christians, we are called to live lives that reflect God's holiness, made possible through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ.

The Role of Sacrifice in Worship
Sacrifices were central to the worship of God in the Old Testament. Today, our worship involves offering our lives as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God, as an act of spiritual worship.(3, 4) And he shall offer.--For the regulations here described, see Leviticus 3:3-4; Leviticus 3:8-9, &c.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
And
וְאֵ֥ת (wə·’êṯ)
Conjunctive waw | Direct object marker
Strong's 853: Untranslatable mark of the accusative case

all
כָּל־ (kāl-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

the fat
חֶלְבּ֖וֹ (ḥel·bōw)
Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 2459: Fat, richest, choice part

from
מִמֶּ֑נּוּ (mim·men·nū)
Preposition | third person masculine singular
Strong's 4480: A part of, from, out of

it
אֵ֚ת (’êṯ)
Direct object marker
Strong's 853: Untranslatable mark of the accusative case

shall be offered:
יַקְרִ֣יב (yaq·rîḇ)
Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 7126: To come near, approach

the fat tail,
הָֽאַלְיָ֔ה (hā·’al·yāh)
Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 451: The stout part, the fat tail of the Oriental sheep

the fat
הַחֵ֖לֶב (ha·ḥê·leḇ)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 2459: Fat, richest, choice part

that covers
הַֽמְכַסֶּ֥ה (ham·ḵas·seh)
Article | Verb - Piel - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 3680: To plump, fill up hollows, to cover

the entrails,
הַקֶּֽרֶב׃ (haq·qe·reḇ)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 7130: The nearest part, the center


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